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California Governor Gavin Newsom Commends Biden Administration’s Improved Communication, Urges Democrats to Dominate Narrative

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks in Sacramento on Jan. 10, 2024. | Rich Pedroncelli/AP

In a recent interview on ABC’s “This Week,” California Governor Gavin Newsom acknowledged a significant improvement in the Biden administration’s communication strategy over the past few months. Newsom, who had previously criticized the administration, commended both President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for their efforts.

Highlighting the importance of effective communication, Newsom emphasized that Democrats need to continue working on dominating the political narrative. He urged the party to learn from the past and adopt a strategy of “flooding the zone” to convey their message more effectively.

Newsom pointed out a contrast with former President Donald Trump, noting that Trump consistently pushes his narrative, employing a strategy where “illusion dominates facts” and narrative often trumps objective information. He suggested that this approach has been a key factor in Trump’s ability to maintain influence, even in the face of controversies.

The governor expressed concern about the ongoing influence of Trump and what he referred to as “Trumpism,” characterizing the former president as a major threat to democracy. Despite acknowledging the significance of this threat, Newsom also remarked on what he perceived as weaknesses in Trump’s candidacy, stating, “He’s coming in deeply damaged.”

Newsom’s comments reflect an ongoing debate within the Democratic Party about the need to effectively communicate their policies and accomplishments, particularly in response to challenges posed by figures like Trump. The governor’s call for Democrats to be proactive in shaping the narrative underscores the party’s efforts to address communication shortcomings.

It’s important to note that the information provided is based on a specific interview and represents Governor Newsom’s perspective

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